Head of Logistics

• Own and run end-to-end logistics operations
• Architect and build a scalable logistics organization
• Assess team capacity and upgrade where needed
• Build a self-sufficient, high-performance team
• Implement smart processes, systems, and automation
• Continuously ask: what can be improved ,simplified or automated?
• Drive cost efficiency and operational reliability
• Ensure full shipment visibility and control
• Build strong relationships with suppliers and carriers
• Enable the commercial team, logistics should accelerate growth, not block it
• Set up dashboards, KPIs, and performance tracking

Why this role matters 

• You operate at the center of commercial success
• Your impact isdirect, visible, and measurable
• You havefull ownership, autonomy, and decision-making power
• You build something that scales globally

What you bring 

• 7–10 years of experience inlogisticsor supply chain
• At least 3–5 years in a leadership role(Lead, Manager, or Head of)
• Fluency in English;additionallanguages are a plus
• Proven ability to build and scale teams into self-sufficient units
• Strong architect mindset,you design before youoptimize
• Process and systems thinker
• Strong focus on automation and smart ways of working
• Comfortable being deep in operations while simultaneously building strategy, structure, and scalability
• Ownership,you take full responsibility for outcomes
• Hands-on leadership,you execute, not delegate from a distance
• Strong stakeholder management (Sales, Finance, external partners)
• Analytical and cost-driven
• Tech-savvy with a continuous improvement mindset
• Able to balance commercial, operational, financial, and risk considerations

Who you are 

• Entrepreneurial and proactive
• High standards,good is not good enough
• Direct and clear communicator
• Growth mindset
• Resilient under pressure
• Able to balance short-term execution with long-term thinking
• Strong partner to Sales and Finance
• Trustworthy, accountable, and results-driven

What’s in it for you?

What we offer 

• Career impact: Shape your path in a dynamic company where your work directly influences our success and culture.
• Development opportunities: Benefit from a focus on personal growth with access to language classes, training, and coaching.
• Attractive salary: Enjoy a competitive salary package with secondary benefits, reflecting our commitment to your well-being and professional value.
• Flexible working arrangements: Experience flexibility in your schedule, promoting well-being.If you like to do sports during working hours, we encourage you to do so.
• Vibrant work environment: Work in a historic canal house in Amsterdam, on theHerengrachtwith an open, fun culture, free daily lunches, and regular social events.
• Fun activities: Enjoy Friday afternoon drinks, yearly company trips, boating with the Nedstar company boat, and much more

Equal opportunity 

Interested? 

 We’re currently focusing on candidates already authorized to work in the EU (no visa sponsorship available).

✨ We’re lucky to receive lots of interest—so to keep things smooth and fair, please apply via LinkedIn or our careers page. Applications sent to personal or HR inboxes may get lost and won’t be reviewed.

 No agencies please—we’re handling this one in-house.